Finding the Fourth Proportional to 221, 304.98 and 129
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Solution
The fourth proportional to 221, 304.98 and 129 is: 178.02
Step by Step Solution
- Step 1: Write the proportion equation
221 : 304.98 = 129 : x - Step 2: Convert to fraction form
221/304.98 = 129/x - Step 3: Cross multiply
221x = 304.98 × 129 - Step 4: Simplify right side
221x = 39,342.42 - Step 5: Solve for x
x = 39,342.42/221 - Step 6: Final answer
x = 178.02
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